Sunday morning at the Shambhala Meditation Center in Denver. Sunlight streams through the windows. It illuminates the calm faces of people seated in silent meditation. This isn’t just any meditation center. The Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver is part of a global network. It’s rooted in Buddhist and Shambhala teachings. The center offers public meditation sessions. These are open to everyone regardless of experience or background. A practice called Shamatha or peaceful abiding is central to their teachings. You can join these sessions on Sundays Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
The Shambhala Meditation Center is more than just a place for quiet reflection. It’s a community. A community built on the principles of basic goodness and inherent sanity. Founded on the vision of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche the center strives to cultivate these qualities. They do this through meditation teachings and various programs designed to help people discover their inner peace and gentleness.
Interestingly this center has a unique program. It’s called The Heart of Recovery. It combines meditation Buddhist teachings and Twelve Step literature. It’s specifically designed for those in addiction recovery. The group uses the symbol of the peacock. The peacock is seen as a transformation of poison into beauty. This mirrors their work of transforming the poison of addiction into a spiritual medicine.
Beyond this the Shambhala Meditation Center offers a rich curriculum. This includes classes and retreats for those who wish to deepen their practice. They even have an open house every Sunday morning. This gives visitors a chance to learn about the programs and opportunities the center offers. The center is conveniently located at 2305 South Syracuse Way Denver Colorado. You can easily contact them at (303) 369-2807 or visit their website at www.denver.shambhala.org.
The air is filled with a sense of peace and quiet focus. Leaving the Shambhala Meditation Center feels different. You carry with you a sense of calm and renewed purpose. You’ve touched something special. You’ve experienced the transformative power of this unique place in Denver.